The leading cause of death during winter storms are road accidents. Preparing your vehicle for the winter season and knowing how to react if stranded or lost on the road are the keys to safe winter driving.
Fully check and winterise your vehicle befre the winter season begins. Keep your gas tank near full to avoid ice in the tank and fuel lines. Try not to travel alone. Let someone know your timetable and primary and alternate routes.
Before:
Have a mechanic check:
- Battery
- Antifreeze
- Thermostat
- Ignition system
- Exhaust system
- Lights
- Flashing hazard lights
- Heater
- Brakes
- Defroster
- Wipers
- Windshield washer fluid
Oil level (if necessary, replace existing oil with a winter grade oil or the SAE 10w/30 weight variety)